Kids
A spotlight on The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor is one of the six books shortlisted for this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize.
Here’s everything you need to know about this magical adventure set in Melbourne’s famous Cole’s Book Arcade in 1893.
‘Well-researched and captivating, this middle-grade novel seamlessly weaves in historical detail of the real Cole family and 1800s Melbourne around a fast-paced series of challenges to defeat the Obscurosmith. Amelia Mellor’s writing is imaginative and beautiful, and…
The CBCA Book of the Year Awards shortlists 2021
The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has announced its Book of the Year Awards shortlists for 2021. Congratulations to all the authors, illustrators, editors and publishers!
Here are the shortlists for each category.
Older Readers (for ages 13-18 years)
The End of the World Is Bigger than Love by Davina Bell
The Lost Soul Atlas by Zana Fraillon
When Rain Turns to Snow by Jane Godwin
Metal Fish, Falling Snow by Cath Moore
Where We Begin by Christie Nieman
…
A spotlight on The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks
The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks is one of the six books shortlisted for this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize.
Here’s everything you need to know about this heartfelt coming-of-age story about family life and finding your own moral compass.
‘ The Year the Maps Changed has all the hallmarks of great historical fiction for young people, even though it’s set not that long ago. Danielle Binks has conducted an incredible amount of research into John Howard’s…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Mothering Heights (Dog Man, Book 10) by Dav Pilkey
The Edge of Thirteen by Nova Weetman
Pete’s Big Feet: School of Monsters by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories by Jeff Kinney
Hairy Sam Loves Bread and Jam: School of Monsters by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
The Gaps by Leanne Hall
Mary Has the Best Pet: School of Monsters by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore
Deb…
A spotlight on As Fast as I Can by Penny Tangey
As Fast as I Can by Penny Tangey is one of the six books shortlisted for this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize.
Here’s everything you need to know about funny and heartfelt story about a young girl whose big Olympics dreams get derailed.
‘We loved everything about this book – it’s funny, heartfelt and warm with compassion and the love of family and friends. Vivian’s determination was inspiring, as was the way she navigates the changing world of friendships…
A spotlight on Meet Taj at the Lighthouse by Maxine Beneba Clarke
Aussie Kids: Meet Taj at the Lighthouse by Maxine Beneba Clarke, and illustrated by Nicki Greenberg, is one of the six books shortlisted for this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize.
Here’s everything you need to know about this warm and thoughtful story about a young boy who has recently arrived in Australia.
‘We already love Maxine Beneba Clarke’s adult books and picture books – her foray into junior fiction is no exception. This is a beautiful story about belonging…
Our children’s & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Edge of Thirteen by Nova Weetman
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories by Jeff Kinney
The Gaps by Leanne Hall
Hairy Sam Loves Bread and Jam: School of Monsters by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore
Mary Has the Best Pet: School of Monsters by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
The CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Medals shortlists 2021
The shortlists for the 2021 CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals have been announced.
The Carnegie Medal is awarded by children’s librarians for an outstanding book written in English for children and young people.
Here are the shortlisted books for the 2021 Carnegie Medal:
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
The Girl Who Speaks Bear by Sophie Anderson
The Girl Who Became a Tree written by Joseph Coelho, illustrated by Kate Milner
On Midnight Beach by Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick
Run,…
A spotlight on The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore
The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore is one of the six books shortlisted for this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize.
Here’s everything you need to know about this inspiring story about a group of friends engaging in some very creative environmental activism.
‘This funny and fast-paced story shows how every individual can make a difference, no matter how young – in fact, often it is the adults who need to listen to children. Casey’s ‘positive pranking’ is…
Our children’s & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Edge of Thirteen by Nova Weetman
The Gaps by Leanne Hall
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Future Girl by Asphyxia
The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore
Ninja Toys (Ninja Kid, Book 7) by Anh Do
The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks
Hairy Sam Loves Bread and Jam by Sally Rippin & Chris Kennett
Terry Denton’s Truly Amazing Guide to Everything by Terry Denton
It’s an all-Australian bestsellers list…
Six favourite picture books about birthdays and growing older
When you’re small, the joyful anticipation of a birthday can almost eclipse the day itself. The fevered countdown, the imaginative planning of party guests, festive food, and wish-worthy gifts; It’s about living in the magic of possibility, more than the day’s realities.
Below are some of our favourite books for toddlers to young children about the joy of a special day and what it means to be a year older.
When’s My Birthday? by Julie Fogliano & Christian Robinson
when’s…
Recommended kids books for March
We’ve got gentle and courageous heroes galore in this month’s new releases, from fantasy classics to school stories, ship-bound mysteries to Bronze Age adventures.
Find our recommended March YA books for March here.
KIDS BOOK OF THE MONTH
The Edge of Thirteen by Nova Weetman
Clem Timmins can’t wait to see her best friends after summer holidays. But when they get back together, things have changed. Bridge is boy-crazy and acting like a different person. Ellie is wearing a…
The Readings Children’s Book Prize shortlist 2021
The Readings Children’s Book Prize celebrates exciting new voices in Australian children’s literature. This year’s six shortlisted titles are for readers aged 5 to 12.
The 2021 shortlist is:
The Power of Positive Pranking by Nat Amoore
The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks
Aussie Kids: Meet Taj at the Lighthouse by Maxine Beneba Clarke & illustrated by Nicki Greenberg
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Bindi by Kirli Saunders & illustrated by Dub Leffler
As…
Learning to love board books
Online bookseller Bronte shares the joy she discovered in reading board and baby books together with a small person.
I’ve always thought of myself as an enlightened picture book reader. I’ve been buying them for my home shelves for the entirety of my adult life – years before I ever thought seriously about becoming a parent – and have often expressed my belief that illustrated books are for all ages. But for the most part, the books I bought were…
The CBCA notable books of 2021
The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has announced its Notable Books for 2021. Congratulations to all the authors, illustrators and publishers!
The CBCA Awards were first presented in 1946 and are the longest-running book awards in Australia.
CBCA National Chair Wendy Rapee said it was a year when we needed stories more than ever, and our storytellers came through with a record-breaking number of tales offering touchstones of comfort and stepping stones to guide young Australians through tumultuous times.
…
Perfect reads for the tween years
Too old for middle grade, but too young for YA? If you know a reader aged 10 - 13 years who wants to engage with more mature issues, here are some books that cater perfectly to the tween years.
Tiger Daughter by Rebecca Lim
Thirteen-year-old Wen is the first-generation daughter of Chinese immigrants, and lives in a house governed by rage and fear. Wen and her friend, Henry - whose mum and dad are also poor immigrants - form a…
Recommended kids books, events & news for February
We’ve got something for every type of young reader this month in kids books! Magical adventures and alternate realities, a picture book to inspire young climate activists, a celebration of seaweed and an awesome guide to news media.
Find our February picks for YA books here.
KIDS BOOK OF THE MONTH
The World Between Blinks by Ryan Graudin & Amie Kaufman
Cousins Jake and Marisol gather with their family for one last summer together at their legendary Nana’s home…
The most anticipated children's and YA books of 2021
While 2020 had some absolute gems, I am excited to read all the work that authors have been writing, polishing and polishing again during this past year.
We are going to be spoiled for choice for middle-grade readers in 2021. Nicki Greenberg has an exciting jewel heist story set on an ocean liner (The Detective’s Guide to Ocean Travel, March), while local favourite Nova Weetman’s The Edge of Thirteen (March) will thrill current fans and win her many…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Day Break by Amy McQuire & Matt Chun
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston
Explore Your World: Deep Dive into Deep Sea by Tim Flannery
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix
Young Dark Emu: A Truer History by Bruce Pascoe
The Traitor (Wolf Girl #4) by Anh Do
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
…
Eight books to start conversations with kids this month
Kids are naturally curious about the world and, given half a chance, love to have deep conversations about important issues and events. Here are some books to help spark interesting discussions with kids.
For discussing the bushfire season…
The Bushfire Book by Chris Nixon & Polly Marsden
Australia is a big country with all sorts of weather – and sometimes extreme weather that causes bushfires. By helping them understand what causes bushfires and meet all the clever people (meteorologists, firefighters…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Day Break by Amy McQuire & Matt Chun
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
Young Dark Emu: A Truer History by Bruce Pascoe
Sister Heart by Sally Morgan
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
The Lost Soul Atlas by Zana Fraillon
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
The Fire Wombat by…
Funny Australian kids books to brighten your summer
What better way to spend your summer holidays than getting some giggles and belly laughs? Here are our picks of funny books for kids aged 7-12.
The Odds by Matt Stanton
Kip is a quiet and shy kid who struggles to fit in at school. She’s easy to miss and that’s the way she likes it. But when ten characters from her favourite comics, picture books, TV shows and video games – and her nightmares too – show up in…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
Day Break by Amy McQuire & Matt Chun
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
When We Say Black Lives Matter by Maxine Beneba Clarke
Real Pigeons Fight Crime (Real Pigeons, Book 1) by Andrew McDonald & Ben Wood
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
Cat Kid Comic Club by Dav Pilkey
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
We Are Wolves by Katrina Nannestad
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
Grime and Punishment (The Adventures of Dog Man, Book 9) by Dav Pilkey
Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed The World by Elena Favilli
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas!
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
Cat Kid Comic Club by Dav Pilkey
We Are Wolves by Katrina Nannestad
You could buy the entire kids and YA bestsellers list this…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas!
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Terry Denton’s Really Truly Amazing Guide to Everything by Terry Denton
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
Explore Your World: Deep Dive into Deep Sea by Tim Flannery
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix
The Traitor (…
Kids books that were perfect for 2020
It’s been an unpredictable and challenging year, but somehow, children’s book were there for us all the way. Here’s a list of kids books that were perfect for the events of 2020.
Change Starts with Us by Sophie Beer
This uplifting and colourful board book by award-winning Australian author-illustrator Sophie Beer is full of suggestions of simple, achievable things that young ones can do to save the planet. From turning off the lights to eating less meat, this is an…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas!
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
Terry Denton’s Really Truly Amazing Guide to Everything by Terry Denton
Explore Your World: Deep Dive into Deep Sea by Tim Flannery
The Traitor (Wolf Girl, Book 4) by Anh Do
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
Exploring the Elements by Sara Gillingham
Back to Sleep by Zoë Foster Blake & Mike Jacobsen
Our…
Non-fiction books to give curious kids
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been compiling a host of gift guides to help you with your Christmas shopping.
Children’s non-fiction books have never been more fascinating and more stunning. Here are our recommendations for books that will thrill young and curious minds this festive season.
The Big Book of Blooms by Yuval Zommer, Elisa Biondi, Scott Taylor & Barbara Taylor
This big and beautiful book answers every question you’ve ever had had about colourful, carnivorous, weird and wonderful…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
Terry Denton’s Really Truly Amazing Guide to Everything by Terry Denton
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas!
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
The…
Books & games to keep the kids busy during the holidays
Christmas is going to be a little different this year, but we think some things are still guaranteed – good food and good company (in whatever form it takes) … and little ones that need to be kept busy.
Here are some of our favourite books and games to keep kids of all ages entertained during the festive season.
BUSY BABIES, TODDLERS & PRESCHOOLERS
Whose Bones? by Chihiro Takeuchi – Guess the animal by looking at its skeleton. Paper-cut artist…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
Terry Denton’s Really Truly Amazing Guide to Everything by Terry Denton
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams & Tony Ross
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas!
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid…
Our 2020 Christmas Gift Guide: The hard-to-buy-for kids edition
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be compiling a host of gift guides to help you with your Christmas shopping.
Here is a list of suggestions for the tricky children in your life.
THEY DON’T LIKE READING
Pirate Stew by Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell – It rhymes, it’s silly, it has pirates, and I defy anyone not to take joy in Chris Riddell’s energetic illustrations. The wriggliest toddler will love reading this with you. For ages 3 and up…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas! (A Sticker Activity Book)
Code Name Bananas by David Walliams
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
Grime and Punishment (The Adventures of Dog Man, Book 9) by Dav Pilkey
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
The best picture books of 2020
Every year our staff vote for their favourite books and music of the past 12 months. Here are our top 10 picture books of the year, voted for by Readings’ staff, and displayed in no particular order.
(You can find all our best picks for books and music here.)
Your Birthday Was the BEST! by Maggie Hutchings & Felicita Sala
A happy-go-lucky cockroach crashes a birthday party with entirely hilarious results involving a poorly-timed food coma, a powerful vacuum…
The best children's books of 2020
Every year our staff vote for their favourite books and music of the past 12 months. Here are our top 10 children’s books of the year, voted for by Readings’ staff, and displayed in no particular order.
(You can find all our best picks for books and music here.)
Skunk and Badger (Book 1) by Amy Timberlake
When Badger opens the door of his brownstone to an unwanted new roommate, he is duly horrified. But the gregarious, ukulele-playing Skunk…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
Sing Me the Summer by Alison Lester & Jane Godwin
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
Bluey: Hooray, It’s Christmas! (A Sticker Activity Book)
The One?! (The Bad Guys, Episode 12) by Aaron Blabey
Real Pigeons Get Bready (Real Pigeons, Book 6) by Andrew McDonald & Ben Wood
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 15) by Jeff Kinney
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, Book 3) by Jessica Townsend
Grime and Punishment (The Adventures of Dog Man, Book 9) by Dav Pilkey
Real Pigeons Get Bready (Real Pigeons, Book 6) by Andrew McDonald & Ben Wood
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
The 130-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed The World by Elena Favilli
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Landing with Wings by Trace Balla
You Matter by Christian Robinson
Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger, Book 1) by Amy Timberlake & Jon Klassen
Back to Sleep by Zoë Foster Blake & Mike Jacobsen
Found by Bruce…
Our 2020 Christmas Gift Guide: The kids edition
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be compiling a host of gift guides to help you with your Christmas shopping.
GIFT IDEAS FOR AGES 0-2
Board books are wonderful picks for babies – we recommend stacking a few together and tying them with ribbon for a thoughtful present. Animal-obsessed babies will delight in the touch and feel features of That’s not my wombat…, and the captivating animal noises in Dogs Say Bau and Cats Say Nau. If the…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, Book 3) by Jessica Townsend
Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed The World by Elena Favilli
The Adventures of Catvinkle by Elliot Perlman & Laura Stitzel
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers
Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger, Book 1) by Amy Timberlake & Jon Klassen
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
…
The winners of the CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2020
The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has announced their Book of the Year Awards winners for 2020. These Awards celebrate the best Australian books for readers in early childhood up to young adult readers.
Here are the winners for each category.
Older Readers (for ages 13-18 years)
This Is How We Change The Ending by Vikki Wakefield
Sixteen-year-old Nate McKee has a lot of worries on his mind: his violent dad’s treatment towards his partner Nance and their toddler…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, Book 3) by Jessica Townsend
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
The Tower of Nero (The Trials of Apollo, Book 5) by Rick Riordan
Back to Sleep by Zoë Foster Blake & Mike Jacobsen
Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger, Book 1) by Amy Timberlake & Jon…
Recommended kids books for October
This month we’ve got the sweetest and most inspiring picture books, quirky junior fiction, heartwarming real-life stories, and highly-anticipated fantasy epics.
Find our October picks for YA books here.
KIDS BOOK OF THE MONTH
Windows by Patrick Guest
This uplifting picture book is written from Patrick’s own experience of having to leave the family home during the Coronavirus pandemic, due to his son’s Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Windows shows how five kids from different parts of the world connect and…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, Book 3) by Jessica Townsend
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
Back to Sleep by Zoë Foster Blake & Mike Jacobsen
Welcome To Country (Board book edition) by Lisa Kennedy & Aunty Joy Murphy
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly
How to Write the Soundtrack to Your Life by Fiona Hardy
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix
That’s not my Wombat… by Fiona…
Middle fiction to put a smile on your face
We’ve got an inkling you might need some funny middle fiction to blow the real-world blues away, so here are some of the recent books we guarantee will put a smile on your face.
A Clue for Clara by Lian Tanner
Clara wants to be a famous detective with her own TV show. She can read claw marks, find missing feathers and knows morse code and semaphore. There’s just one problem. She’s a small scruffy chook, and no one takes…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, Book 3) by Jessica Townsend
How to Write the Soundtrack to Your Life by Fiona Hardy
Grime and Punishment (The Adventures of Dog Man, Book 9) by Dav Pilkey
Welcome To Country (Board book edition) by Lisa Kennedy & Aunty Joy Murphy
The Wolves of Greycoat Hall by Lucinda Gifford
How to Make a Movie in Twelve Days by Fiona Hardy
Why we love the My Happy Life series
The sweet My Happy Life series features optimistic Dani encountering real-life challenges around family and friendships. Originally published in Sweden, these irresistible chapter books are not to be missed.
To celebrate the release of All’s Happy that Ends Happy - the seventh and last book in the series - two of our children’s book specialists tell us why the My Happy Life books hold such a special place in their hearts.
“Sadly, for lovers of ‘all things Dani’, All’s Happy…
Our children's & YA top 10 bestsellers of the week
How to Write the Soundtrack to Your Life by Fiona Hardy
Grime and Punishment (The Adventures of Dog Man, Book 9) by Dav Pilkey
The Wolves of Greycoat Hall by Lucinda Gifford
Welcome To Country (Board book edition) by Lisa Kennedy & Aunty Joy Murphy
Sherlock Bones and the Sea-Creature Feature (Book 2) by Renée Treml
None Shall Sleep by Ellie Marney
The Polar Bear in Sydney Harbour by Beck Feiner & Robin Feiner
Kids books to help you slow down
The social distancing and lockdowns of this year have meant many of us have lived at a different pace than usual, and moved in smaller circles. Here are some kids books that encourage an easy pace, contemplation and taking pleasure in small joys.
The Heart of the Bubble by Trace Balla
Mum and Dad have been busy working and travelling around the world, but now they can’t do that anymore. Confined at home with their daughter Bimbi, the family find…
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